Anyone know of a way to stop a dog from scratching on the door.

[LOVES YORKIES]

Originally Posted by AGA

I agree with the double sided tape. A trainer at petsmart told me about that for another purpose but the theory is the same.
Also, you could try putting one of those decorative brass door plates, mounted inside and sideways if it will fit. Then he will be scratching that instead. and they are slippery, so it may discourage it also. We put some metal flashing on our door frame on the outsided rear door for the same reason (but it is ugly) the doorplate will have a better asthetic

I'm going to try the decorative door plate - that seems to be a good idea. I think it might work. Thanks AGA

[lbsunsets1]

You could also try bitter apple spray - you can find it at any pet store - it always worked great on my golden retriever when we tried training him from any bad behavior. It got to the point we just showed him the bottle and he would stop in his tracks. With your case, if you spray it before going to work, it may still have the bad smell on it to deter your dog.

[slingshot]

Jeeze, all you have to do is give the dog something to stand on and then teach him/her to use the doorbell.

[Dr.Mom]

You may want to try a pair of dog booties since s/he scratches in a variety of situations. Plus, it's HILARIOUS the first time you put them on and the dog is walking around trying to shake them off. We got our Labrador two pair to wear over at my Dad's place because he's a fanatic about his hardwood floors and our dog would definitely tear them up. They're also good for walks in the winter if people have put down salt for de-icing so that it doesn't collect on their paws. Here's a link for a pair, I'd imagine you guys have an REI there or you could order online if you don't.
Granite Gear Mush Dog Booties - Pair at REI.com
Good luck!

[pbnj07]

It's scratching from the excitement/anticipation to see you. A couple of days of training can work wonders.

Have someone stand with the dog on the inside while you stand on the other side of the door. Keep teaching to stay/sit before the other person opens the door. Eventually, it will learn that in order to get the door opened, it must sit/stay.

[TexasGirl@Heart]

Originally Posted by lbsunsets1

You could also try bitter apple spray - you can find it at any pet store - it always worked great on my golden retriever when we tried training him from any bad behavior. It got to the point we just showed him the bottle and he would stop in his tracks. With your case, if you spray it before going to work, it may still have the bad smell on it to deter your dog.

I agree!! This stuff works great. Try it!!

[Cardiff Giant]

Originally Posted by lbsunsets1

You could also try bitter apple spray - you can find it at any pet store - it always worked great on my golden retriever when we tried training him from any bad behavior. It got to the point we just showed him the bottle and he would stop in his tracks. With your case, if you spray it before going to work, it may still have the bad smell on it to deter your dog.

I squeezed some lemon juice on our window sill to get one of our guys to stop chewing it. It worked so it may be worth a try.

[thesonofgray]

Try making a terse "ssht!" noise whenever he starts scratching.

It works for Cesar Milan.

[gdu]

check out yorkietalk.com some very good info there.